Metal Braces Treatment

Braces Treatment

Different materials can be used in orthodontic treatment.
Metal brackets and braces are among the oldest materials in traditional orthodontic treatment.
Metal brackets are the first thing that comes to mind when it comes to orthodontic treatment.
With the development of technology, there are very tiny metal bracket alternatives compared to the metal brackets used in the past.
Nevertheless, metal braces treatment is the most visible treatment type among orthodontic treatments.

Although there is an increase in the tendency towards alternative orthodontic treatments due to the increasing importance of aesthetics, it is still used quite frequently among wire treatments today.
When our orthodontic patients want, we can create different styles by replacing the metal dental bracket with colored elastic around it.

Metal braces and brackets are not suitable for orthodontic patients with metal allergy.
In this case, other orthodontic treatments are evaluated as an alternative together with the orthodontist and the patient.

Metal Brackets and Braces Prices

Metal braces may offer a more affordable price option compared to other materials used in fixed orthodontic treatments.
However, it is important to remember that the main factor determining the treatment price is the person’s orthodontic problem.
For treatment planning and orthodontic prices, an orthodontic examination will provide you with the healthiest information.

Capped Metal Brackets (Damon system etc.)

Metal brackets vary among themselves.
Clamshell metal brackets (Damon system etc.)
is one of them.
Clamshell brackets may be preferred for patient comfort in orthodontic treatments.
In this self-capped system, there is no need for tiny ligature wires to attach the wire to the brackets on the teeth.
Thus, the stinging problem seen in orthodontic braces is minimized.

Advantages of Clamshell Metal Brackets

• It is a traditional treatment that minimizes the stinging problem seen in orthodontic braces.
• The self-capping system minimizes friction.
  Thus, the teeth move more easily orthodontically.
• It solves the problem of crowding in the teeth faster.
• It creates the wide smile line where the back teeth are seen, also called Hollywood Smile.

Disadvantages of Metal Brackets with Covers

• It has a noticeable and remarkable appearance.
• It is more prominent compared to hidden wires.
• It cannot be removed until the treatment shows results.
• It limits the consumption of hard and solid food.
• It requires avoiding acidic and sticky foods.